Take the '09 and spend the $1k on mods. It looks like both are relatively on par with each other and there really isn't any major difference. The steering lock issue shouldn't be a problem if you get the 100k warranty. If it were the '12 I'd say go for that because of the oil cooler. I would also think about waiting a little bit because the 2013 is suppose to be revealed at the Chicago Auto Show with a midcycle refresh.
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